“Blended only from seasons released as vintages in their own right, the philosophy of ‘The Adventures of Lenoble’ is to showcase what a smallterroir in Chouilly can produce in top years. Quite a questit is, engineered and structured with a scaffold ofChouilly tension, amplified by barrel fermentation. It’ssoftened and toned a little since its release, exemplifiedby another couple of years on tirage under cork, itstense, coiled acidity still well defined, though now calmand integrated, and the classic yellow fruits of Chouillynow further progressed on their journey towards toast,roast nuts, green olives and coffee beans. Wood work isthe most pronounced of any Lenoble cuvee, in notes ofsavoury, spicy charcuterie complexity and a creamytexture of gentle phenolic grip, yet it upholds its poiseand characterful definition. This is a powerful andformidable experience for the adventurous, tet neverheavy or broad, promising that the journey will continuefor some years yet. It’s main-course ready, and deservesto be served a little warmer, in large glasses.”Wine Spectator: 92 points